IT Director, ERP Solution CoE

Smith & Nephew; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 7,000,000 - 11,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Model

Educational Assistance

Private Health and Dental plans

Job summary

Smith+Neu seeks an ERP Solution CoE Leader to define ERP strategy, architecture and governance across a global enterprise. You will translate business priorities into integrated roadmaps and establish standards that deliver enduring value.

You will lead a global team of SAP and Axapta consultants, guiding design decisions, investments and governance to ensure alignment with architecture, security, data, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 15+ years IT and ERP experience, preferably within MedTech.
• Experience leading SAP programmes or Centres of Excellence.
• SAP S/4HANA transformation experience preferred.
• Broad SAP domain knowledge across Sales & Distribution, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Set ERP strategy, governance and roadmaps for the enterprise.
• Lead a global team of SAP and Axapta consultants and architects.
• Align investments with architecture, security, data and regulatory standards.

Skills

SAP

ERP leadership

Global team leadership

IT strategy

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Axapta

Job description

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Neu we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. This is an opportunity to shape the future of ERP across a global organisation. You will lead our ERP Solution Centre of Excellence, helping Smith+Neem optimise today's platforms while preparing for the strategic transition to SAP S/4HANA. Please note that this role is being advertised in anticipation of an immediately upcoming opportunity.

What will you be doing?

As our ERP Solution CoE Leader, you will set the direction for ERP strategy, business process architecture, solution governance and functional delivery across the enterprise. You will work closely with business process owners and senior technology leaders to simplify and harmonise end to end processes, translate business priorities into integrated solution roadmaps and establish global standards that deliver sustainable value. Leading a global team of SAP and Axapta functional consultants, solution architects and domain experts, you will build the capabilities, partnerships and governance needed for long term success. You will also lead the ERP Functional Design Authority, guide investment and design decisions, and ensure that solutions align with architecture, security, data, integration, controls, validation and regulatory standards. As a trusted adviser to senior business and IT stakeholders, you will bring clarity to complex choices, resolve competing priorities and help the organisation use automation, analytics, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to support transformation and growth.

What will you need to be successful?

• More than 15 years of IT and ERP experience, ideally within MedTech or a related industry, including significant experience in SAP functional, solution or business process leadership
• Experience leading SAP programmes, portfolios or Centres of Excellence, with participation in at least two complete ERP implementations or transformation programmes. SAP S/4HANA transformation experience is preferred.
• Broad knowledge across SAP domains which could include: Sales and Distribution, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics and Finance, supported by a strong understanding of architecture, governance, security and regulatory frameworks
• A proven ability to lead global teams, develop talent, manage strategic partners and influence senior stakeholders on investment priorities, risks and enterprise wide decisions

Location: Pune or Bangalore - India

You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com) Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit.

• Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit.
• Educational Assistance.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave. and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
• Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport Facility for all employees; One-Time Meal provided to all employees as per shift. Night shift allowances.

Smith+Neu is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.